Europe Culture Tours

Discover the Adriatic on this 8-day cruise from Dubrovnik to Venice aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville. Explore UNESCO-listed cities, Roman ruins, coastal fortresses, and Byzantine mosaics in Croatia and Italy. Stops include Trogir, Zadar, Rijeka, and Ravenna, each offering a unique look into the region’s layered history and culture.

On this 8-day expedition cruise with Smithsonian Journeys from Venice to Athens aboard the Le Boreal. Uncover the artistic and cultural treasures of the Ionian, Adriatic, and Aegean Seas. Cruise through Italy, Croatia, Montenegro, and Greece, visiting notable destinations such as Venice, Dubrovnik, Kotor, and Athens.

Embark on an 8-day Rhine Christmas Markets cruise from Amsterdam to Zurich aboard Scenic Amber. Explore festive Düsseldorf, historic Cologne, and vineyard-framed Rüdesheim. Visit Heidelberg and attend an exclusive concert at Bruchsal Palace. Wander Strasbourg’s markets, discover Alsace charm in Colmar, or explore Freiburg near the Black Forest before disembarking in Basel.

Set sail on an 8-day Mediterranean cruise from Nice, France, aboard the Emerald Sakara, exploring Italy and Spain's coastal gems. Experience stunning sunsets, savor local cuisines, and admire the unique architecture and rich history of each destination, from Porto Venere to Barcelona.

Explore Svalbard from Longyearbyen and return aboard MV Freya on a 10-day voyage. Visit Poolepynten, Fuglefjorden, Van Mijenfjord, Hornsund, and Isfjorden. Observe wildlife at the ice edge, land at historic camps, and travel by Zodiac through fjords. Includes daily excursions and guided landings.

Embark on a 10-day Arctic adventure from Longyearbyen aboard MV Freya. Explore walrus colonies at Poolepynten, cruise past Fjortende Julbreen Glacier, witness seabird cliffs at Alkefjellet, and visit historic whaling sites. Experience polar landscapes, icy fjords, and the vibrant wildlife of Svalbard.

Embark on an 8-day cruise from Venice to Dubrovnik on the Le Bougainville, featuring relaxing activities and unique excursions like truffle hunting and vintage car tours. Explore historic towns and stunning UNESCO sites along the culturally rich Adriatic coastline.

Embark on an 8-day cruise on Le Bougainville, featuring family-friendly activities and exploring stunning locations like Dubrovnik, Stari Grad, and Hvar. Discover the natural beauty in Brijuni National Park and the charm of Slovenia’s Piran before concluding in Venice.

Explore Greece on an 8-day cruise round the Peloponnese aboard Le Champlain. Start and end in Athens, cross the Corinth Canal, and visit Delphi, Olympia, Katakolon, Gythio, Monemvasia, Nafplion, and Hydra with guided cultural excursions and island walks.

Experience an 11-day river cruise on the Emerald Radiance along the picturesque Douro River in Portugal. Discover historic Porto, the charming Douro Valley, and the UNESCO city of Salamanca, while enjoying unique activities like kayaking in Pinhao.

Embark on an 11-day cruise from Glasgow to Reykjavík aboard Le Bellot. Explore Scotland, Northern Ireland, the Hebrides, Faroe Islands, and Iceland through guided hikes, cultural sites, wildlife cruises, and volcanic landscapes. Experience remote islands, basalt cliffs, and historic towns.

Experience an 11-day river cruise on the Emerald Sun, exploring Holland and the Rhine. Enjoy highlights like Amsterdam’s canals, Cologne’s history, Heidelberg’s charm, and Strasbourg's unique architecture amid stunning landscapes.